TOA Electronics manual Connecting FX 5.1 Subwoofer to Your System, Line Level, High Level

: 5.1

FX 5.1 Subwoofer

This high performance 5.1 system has been built and tested with care and precision, to provide first class performance and reliable operation. To ensure maximum benefit from ownership, and for reasons of safety, please read the following information before using for the first time.

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5.1

CONNECTING FX 5.1 SUBWOOFER TO YOUR SYSTEM

The FX5.1 subwoofer may be connected in any one of the following ways:

LINE LEVEL

•Using the subwoofer output on your A/V receiver or decoder connect a single RCA interconnect to either the left or right line input on the subwoofer rear panel. This is the ideal connection type as the subwoofer output contains the low frequency information from all channels.

•If no subwoofer or spare line outputs exist you may connect using a Y-split connector on the main preamplifier output connections. Use a Y-split on both right and left outputs and connect these via an RCA interconnect to the left and right inputs on the subwoofer rear panel.

•Alternatively, if your preamplifier has a spare set of line level outputs, connect left and right to the FX 5.1 subwoofer L and R inputs using screened cable.

HIGH LEVEL

•Use your amplifier's speaker out terminals. To accommodate the connection of two sets of cables, red (+) goes to red (+), and black (-) to black (-), twist wires together and connect to the amplifier terminals.

•Alternatively use the 'A & B' speaker outputs on the amplifier if provided - A to your main speakers and B to the FX5.1 subwoofer. Do this using a length of speaker cable for each channel, wire your amplifier outputs to the HIGH LEVEL input terminals, on the subwoofer amplifier panel. Ensure there are no stray wire strands that could possibly short together and damage both the amplifier and subwoofer.

WARNINGS

•Double-check all connections before switching on the FX 5.1 system and your amplifier.

•Ensure that the polarity of the speaker cables from your amplifier to the subwoofer is correct - failure to observe this will result in damage to your amplifier.

•When using the HIGH LEVEL inputs, ensure that your amplifier is not configured in bridge mode; damage could result to either the amplifier or the subwoofer. If in doubt consult your dealer.

SETTING UP

Ensure the POWER switch is in the OFF position and that the POWER light is green.

You can operate FX subwoofer in two modes, AUTO and ON continuously. In AUTO, the unit remains OFF until an input signal is detected.

Firstly set VOLUME control to MIN, and the PHASE switch to 0º. The LED will turn red when switched ON, or when a signal is detected in AUTO mode. Play some music through the system and slowly increase the volume level control until roughly the correct amount of bass is present. Listen to the system, adjusting the VOLUME LEVEL control to achieve the most seamless integration of energy with your satellite speakers. In some installation situations, due to room acoustics, setting the PHASE switch to 180º will give better results. Fine adjustment of the controls will take a little time using a range of different programme material. Remember that the object of a subwoofer is to enhance the output of your main speakers, not overpower it.

POSITIONING

As the FX5.1 subwoofer produces low frequencies only, it is difficult to detect its location by ear. It can therefore be placed anywhere in the room, but optimum performance will be gained by locating the subwoofer between the front pair of speakers. Bass output will increase next to a wall or especially in a corner; so use the VOLUME control to compensate if moving your subwoofer around.

AUTO POWER/ SLEEP FUNCTION

The FX 5.1 subwoofer can be left permanently on in AUTO mode, under which conditions it will revert to 'sleep' mode after approximately 20 minutes. If not using your subwoofer for some time, switch OFF and remove the power cable from the mains outlet.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

Check that the voltage rating displayed on the rear panel is correct for your area before connecting. If it is incorrect, move the voltage selector on the rear panel to the appropriate voltage. The panel mounted fuse should also be changed to the correct rating (see below, under FUSE PROTECTION). If in any doubt, consult your Dealer or Authorised Service Agent.